The founders of Thistle + Clover, Camilla Gale and Rand Niederhoffer, met while at the university in Scotland and were instant pals for life. The girls developed mad skills at hunting one-of-a-kind pieces while traveling Europe’s small outdoor markets so their boutique showcases a knack for finding the goods. With labels like Ace & Jig, Lauren Moffatt, Dusen Dusen and more, this Brooklyn joint has something for everyone. All jewelry is made locally in New York City.

Emma Francois was first inspired to create Sessun while traveling the world and falling in love with the works of South American artisans. She began in 1998 in Paris and has since expanded the brand to include seven boutiques. Her pared down designs and beautiful, woven fabrics gained recognition and appreciation quickly and recently won the Young Designer award from the Mediterranean Fashion Institute. With a love for adventure, travel influences almost every aspect of the brand from the design process to the manufacturing. Emma has said: "If you've got no feeling for what you're doing it'll never work!" Each collection is designed purely by instinct without a focus on the latest trends for a unique take on modern and timeless wardrobe staples.